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The use of religious images has often been a contentious issue in Christian history. Concern over idolatry is the driving force behind the various traditions of aniconism in Christianity . In the early Church, Christians used the Ichthys (fish) symbol to identify Christian places of worship and Christian homes. [1]
Plain dress is a practice among some religious groups, primarily some Christian churches in which people dress in clothes of traditional modest design, sturdy fabric, and conservative cut. It is intended to show acceptance of traditional gender roles, modesty, and readiness to work and serve, and to preserve communal identity and separation ...
The chariot is generally understood to represent the holy church, with the women on right and left representing the theological and cardinal virtues respectively. [16] The exact meaning of the allegorical women's role, behaviour, interrelation, and color-coding remains a matter of literary interpretation.
Clothing worn during religious services. Christian headcovering and modesty being practiced in a Restored Reformed Church in Doornspijk, Holland. In some Christian communities, the term "Sunday best" refers to the tradition of saving one's finest clothing for Sunday services. In some communities, churches served as the main social center for ...
4 reviews. 1 helpful vote. Dress code for women visiting holy sites in Jerusalem. 5 years ago. Hello, Visiting Israel for Nov 4 for 10 days with our church group. I have researched attire for visiting the churches and realize that long pants or skirts are best to wear. Our itinerary came today and it suggests that closed toe shoes are also ...
Re: Dress code for churches and monasteries. 14 years ago. Hi Gitte. you will be absolutely fine if your dress/trousers come down to mid shin but you must cover your arms/bare shoulders. As other correspondents have said, a pashmina is a good idea and I always carry one with me to protect from the sun anyway!
Chivalry. Konrad von Limpurg as a knight being armed by his lady in the Codex Manesse (early 14th century) Chivalry, or the chivalric language, is an informal and varying code of conduct developed in Europe between 1170 and 1220. It is associated with the medieval Christian institution of knighthood, with knights being members of various ...
Religious clothing. Religious clothing is clothing which is worn in accordance with religious practice, tradition or significance to a faith group. It includes clerical clothing such as cassocks, and religious habit, robes, and other vestments. Accessories include hats, wedding rings, crucifixes, etc.